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29 - Plato's Republic 12: Poetic Sweet Tooth

Good in Theory: A Political Philosophy Podcast

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Socrates challenges the role of art and poetry in society, arguing that they have a negative impact and make people worse. This chapter explores his arguments against poetry and the concept of imitation in art.

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